The Regulation consists of 12 Paragraphs and contains 3 Annexes. This Regulation determines the mandatory harmlessness requirements for drinking water. Drinking water is surface or ground-water that either in its original state or after special treatment is intended for human consumption, food preparation, or utilisation in the food industry or trade, regardless of the manner of supply (from water supply networks or in containers) and conforms to the standards prescribed in this Regulation. Drin